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Filipe Luís highlights desire and respect for Flamengo's new model after Corinthians' victory

: In Filipe Luís' debut as coach of Mengão, Flamengo beat Corinthians 1-0, last Wednesday (2), at Maracanã

Filipe Luís gets emotional Photo: Flamengo
Filipe Luís gets emotional Photo: Flamengo

03 Out 2024 | 02:21 |

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O Flamengobegan a new phase with Filipe Luís debuting as interim coach after his recent retirement from the field. With the 1-0 victory over Corinthians at Maracanã, Rubro-Negro consolidated the good run it had been maintaining in the competition. The former player, who was a fundamental part of the club in recent years, now takes on a completely different position and admits that, despite having already felt the pressure as an assistant in the under-20s, being in charge of the main team is a completely different experience. .


In a press conference after the game, Filipehighlighted the emotions of the debut and compared the sensations of being on the edge of field with the time in which he still played. “What I experienced in the last two, three days was very intense, many hours of preparation to try to adjust things for the game. Being on the bench is not something new for me, I had already experienced it with the under-20s and a few times before. But seeing my teammates running and doing what I said was what moved me the most”, said the new Mais Querido coach.


FLAMENGO LEADS AHEAD AGAINST CORINTHIANS


Accustomed to leading on the field, Filipe Luís now faces different challenges when acting as commander of the Rio team. He recalled that, despite having already taken on leadership roles as an athlete, the role of coach demands a new attitude and a more strategic look at the team. “Before, I was on the field playing with them and now I told them to adjust their positions and they obeyed me”, he reported.

The change in perspective meant that the current coach had to quickly adapt his vision of the game. However, Filipe appears to be aware of the responsibilities that come with the new role and demonstrates trust in the group, which continues to respect his authority even after the transition from teammate to coach. This was evident during the confrontation against Corinthians, when Rubro-Negro strictly followed the commander's instructions, showing tactical discipline and a good level of commitment.



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FlaPress? André Rizek says the press is 'focused' on Flamengo

A journalist guarantees that the way the media treats Mengão is always in an exalted tone, which has left the fans 'spoiled'

André Rizek detonates the media's treatment of Flamengo and says the club is being treated with 'nobleness' - Photo: Reproduction/Charla Podcast
André Rizek detonates the media's treatment of Flamengo and says the club is being treated with 'nobleness' - Photo: Reproduction/Charla Podcast

17 Set 2025 | 13:49 |

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This Tuesday (16), journalist André Rizek participated in the Charla Podcast and once again gained prominence on social media when talking about Flamengo. Questioned by Bruno Cantarelli about the way the press treats the club , the SporTV presenter pointed out what he considers a “bad habit” of the red-black fan.


André Rizek: "Flamengo has a noble treatment"


According to Rizek, over the years, the media has created a culture in which the spotlight focuses on Flamengo , while rivals with similar achievements don't receive the same recognition. This behavior, he says, has accustomed fans to always expecting "noble treatment."


"When I came to live in Rio de Janeiro in 2010, my first shock was the media coverage. The first thing I noticed was that Flamengo gets a noble treatment. For example, if Flamengo wins the Guanabara Cup: 'Guanabara belongs to Mengão!' Then Botafogo wins the State Championship: 'Botafogo wins an empty State Championship.' Wait, something's different," said the journalist.

“FLACENTRISM” AND THE ROLE OF THE PRESS


Rizek also cited recent examples to illustrate his point. According to him, any praise given to players from other clubs invariably generates comparisons with Flamengo , as when he praised Jhon Arias when he was still a Fluminense player.

"I said that Jhon Arias was, in my opinion, the best and most complete player active in Brazil. 'But what about Arrasca?' I wasn't talking about Flamengo, I was talking about Arias. You can't praise anything outside of Flamengo. A media culture has been created in Brazil that says: 'To Flamengo, everything; to others, beatings, mockery, belittling, and disrespect.' Flamengo is the most popular club in Brazil, a very powerful brand . But the others also need to be treated with respect," he added.

PROTAGONISM IN THE MEDIA

Despite the criticism, it's worth noting that part of this impact also stems from the engagement of rival fans, a phenomenon dubbed "Flacentrism" by the nation. Since 2019, any prominent team in Brazilian football has been compared to Jorge Jesus' historic team , such as Botafogo in 2024 or Abel Ferreira's Palmeiras. The same goes for players: every prominent number 10 in the country ends up being measured against Arrascaeta.

Because of its successful history and the strength of its fans, Flamengo tends to maintain a privileged position in the media . However, how this prominence is constructed is also influenced by the behavior of fans of other teams.



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Flamengo vs São Paulo: where to watch, schedule and lineups for the Women's Brazil Cup

Rubro-Negras face Tricolor this Wednesday (17), at 6 pm (Brasília time), at Morumbis, in a single game for the round of 16 of the national tournament

Flamengo vs. São Paulo for the Women's Copa do Brasil: time, where to watch and probable lineups for the game at Morumbis - photo: reproduction
Flamengo vs. São Paulo for the Women's Copa do Brasil: time, where to watch and probable lineups for the game at Morumbis - photo: reproduction

17 Set 2025 | 13:39 |

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Flamengo and São Paulo take to the field this Wednesday (17), at 6 pm (Brasília time), at the Morumbis stadium, to decide a place in the quarterfinals of the Women's Brazil Cup. The competition, which returned to the Brazilian football calendar after nine years , will be decided in a single game in this phase. Whoever wins advances directly to the next stage.


On the other hand, Flamengo is enjoying a good run in the competition. In the previous round, Rosana Augusto's team thrashed Operário-MS 6-0 , with Mariane scoring a hat trick.


MATCH DETAILS


📅 Date: 9/17/2025

⏰ Time: 6pm (Brasília time)


📍 Location: Morumbis Stadium, São Paulo (SP)

📺 Broadcast: SporTV

PROBABLE LINEUPS

Coach: Thiago Viana .

Flamengo: Vivi Holzel; Monalisa, Agustina, Flavia Mota, Jucinara; Ju Ferreira, Djeni, Glaucia; Laysa and Cristiane. Coach: Rosana Augusto.


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Former Flamengo player Gabigol could leave Cruzeiro and join a new club in 2026

Striker expresses dissatisfaction with lack of minutes at Raposa and could reinforce Corinthians in 2026; cost-benefit pleases São Paulo board

Former Flamengo player Gabigol could swap Cruzeiro for Corinthians after showing dissatisfaction with his reserve - photo: reproduction
Former Flamengo player Gabigol could swap Cruzeiro for Corinthians after showing dissatisfaction with his reserve - photo: reproduction

17 Set 2025 | 13:15 |

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Gabriel Barbosa, known as Gabigol, is experiencing a period of uncertainty at Cruzeiro. A reserve under Leonardo Jardim, the striker has already publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with the lack of minutes. " I'm looking for minutes, he (Leonardo Jardim) knows that ," he said after scoring the winning goal against Bahia last Monday (15).


According to information from journalist Jorge Nicola, Corinthians appears as a possible destination for the number 9 , former Flamengo player, who could be negotiated in 2026 if nothing changes until the end of the season.


CORINTHIANS EVALUATES COST-BENEFIT


The current Corinthians board sees Gabigol as an interesting opportunity, especially when compared to Dutchman Memphis Depay. According to the survey, Depay earns R$6 million per month, while the Cruzeiro striker's salary is R$2.4 million . Furthermore, the Brazilian is 31 years old, two years younger than the European.

The "courtship" between Corinthians and Gabigol isn't recent . There have been at least three previous negotiations. Internally at Cruzeiro, there's an understanding that the player's departure could be beneficial for both parties, as he arrived as a star and now plays a supporting role.


GABIGOL'S TRAJECTORY

Gabigol arrived at Cruzeiro on a free transfer after ending his stint with Flamengo. He has a four-year contract with the Minas Gerais club and has so far played 35 matches, scored 12 goals , and provided four assists.

An idol for the Rubro-Negro, the striker wrote one of the most successful chapters in Flamengo's recent history. Between 2019 and 2023, he played 308 matches, scored 161 goals, and won 13 titles , including two Copa Libertadores da América titles. His most memorable moment came in the 2019 final against River Plate, when he scored two decisive goals, cementing his nickname "Immortal Rubro-Negro."


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